Jerome Meeks
Chicago,IL
Summary
Diligent Loader Operator possessing excellent hand-eye coordination and multitasking abilities. Precise and efficient individual with 10 years of experience operating loaders, forklifts and heavy machinery. Comfortable working in all weather conditions and maintaining in-depth knowledge of transportation and safety rules and regulations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Loader Operator
Republic
05.2022 - 03.2024
- Secured rail cars to transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
- Skillfully maneuvered heavy machinery in tight spaces, demonstrating exceptional spatial awareness and adaptability to various job site conditions.
- Ensured site safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance tasks, reducing downtime incidents.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Achieved optimal machine performance by adhering to manufacturer guidelines during operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting tasks.
- Participated actively in safety meetings for continuous improvement of workplace standards.
- Adapted quickly to changing conditions on job sites due to weather or project requirements, ensuring minimal disruptions in work progress.
- Properly operated loader by starting engine, shifting gears and pressing pedals and levers.
- Maximized resource utilization by effectively managing material stockpiles and storage areas.
- Counted and received stock to process inventory receipts.
- Enhanced safety protocols by conducting thorough pre-operation inspections and addressing potential hazards.
- Improved overall sanitation levels within the community as a result of consistent and thorough street sweeping efforts.
- Upheld positive relationships with community members through courteous interactions while performing street sweeping duties.
- Reduced debris buildup by conducting regular street sweeping operations on assigned routes.
- Safeguarded the longevity of city infrastructure by removing potentially damaging debris from road surfaces promptly.
- Enhanced city cleanliness by operating street sweeping equipment efficiently and effectively.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Beemsterboer Slag
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Documented equipment usage and maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
- Used heavy equipment machines for the purpose of clearing raw material through a power screening system
- Employed bulldozers, loaders, bobcats, generators, Yuke dump truck articulator-hauer, and backhoes for construction projects.
Snow Plow Operator
Indiana Department Of Transportation
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Picked up and transported snow to designated local areas.
- Applied salt or chemical solutions to surfaces as preventive measure against snow and ice buildup.
- Upheld safety standards for working in wet, cold and windy conditions.
- Trained in skid steers, backhoes and ag tractor operation to supplement truck-mounted plow work.
- Worked in parking lots, roads and driveways to handle needs of businesses and residential customers.
- Consistently met the deadlines for completion of assigned routes, ensuring minimal disruption to daily commute patterns.
- Completed prompt snow removal process during and after weather events.
Class A CDL Hydraulic Excavator Operator
HydroChemPSC
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Loaded and unloaded heavy objects, dirt and other materials on-site.
- Improved overall job satisfaction among crew members by consistently displaying a strong work ethic, professionalism, and dedication to teamwork.
- Supported construction projects by efficiently loading trucks with excavated materials for proper disposal or reuse.
- Assisted in site preparation tasks, including clearing debris and vegetation, ensuring a safe work environment for all team members.
- Operated vacuum trucks, tankers and liquid rings and provided updates and progress to maintain positive relationships with clients
Class A CDL Driver
Prime, Inc.
03.2017 - 10.2018
- Improved on-time delivery rates by effectively planning and executing efficient driving routes.
- Worked with location personnel to quickly load and unload raw materials.
- Transferred products between distribution centers and retail locations
- Picked up supplies and back hauls from vendors and completed related paperwork.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
- Reduced downtime through proactive management of minor repairs and troubleshooting of vehicle issues.
- Ensured accurate deliveries by diligently reviewing shipping documents and verifying cargo against invoices.
- Delivered and unloaded products with equipment such as pallet jacks and shoulder straps.
- Kept detailed records of miles driven, fuel expenses, maintenance costs, and delivery information for reporting purposes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Calumet High School
Chicago, United States06.1991
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Safety Procedures
- Site preparation
- GPS Navigation
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Vehicle loading
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Forklift Operator
- CDL Class A Endorsement Tanker
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Excavation and Backfilling
- Load Calculation
- Equipment Inspection
- Warehouse Safety
Timeline
Loader Operator
Republic
05.2022 - 03.2024
Heavy Equipment Operator
Beemsterboer Slag
04.2021 - 04.2022
Snow Plow Operator
Indiana Department Of Transportation
11.2020 - 04.2021
Class A CDL Hydraulic Excavator Operator
HydroChemPSC
10.2018 - 10.2020
Class A CDL Driver
Prime, Inc.
03.2017 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Calumet High School
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